In the initial âexpandingâ phase, lymphatic fluid flows at an increased rate and volume from an affected joint to the draining LN via afferent lymphatic vessels. The LN volume expands, presumably to accommodate the influx of cells and lymph exiting the inflamed synovium.
COPD exacerbation. Many people with COPD have attacks called flare-ups or exacerbations (say egg-ZASS-er-BAY-shuns). This is when your usual symptoms quickly get worse and stay worse. A COPD flare-up can be dangerous, and you may have to go to the hospital. Symptoms include: Coughing up more mucus than usual. A change in the color or thickness of that mucus. More shortness of breath than usual. Greater tightness in your chest.
COPD symptoms What does COPD feel like? Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can include chronic bronchitis and emphysema, 2 conditions that cause different symptoms. Because COPD is usually a progressive disease, more of your airways can become narrowed or blocked over time. Quitting smoking is the only thing that can slow the progression of COPD. Some symptoms of COPD may include: Shortness of breath. Wheezing. Chronic cough and mucus. A feeling of tightness in the chest.